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At the previous CES 2024 edition, the Chinese startup Xreal (formerly Nreal) unveiled its augmented reality glasses, the Xreal Air 2 Ultra, which stood out with two front sensors enabling 6DOF tracking. This year, Xreal returns with a new model, the XReal One Pro.
A significant evolution after disappointing trials.
After numerous disappointing trials of augmented reality glasses. (AR) in cinema, the new Xreal One Pro model was a pleasant surprise at CES 2025. The recurring issues of limited field of view, insufficient resolution, and headaches caused by eye strain seem to have finally been resolved with this latest version.
An immersive display and improved performance.
These new augmented reality glasses offer an immersive display and extended compatibility with various devices (iPhone 16/15, PC, Android, portable consoles…). Thanks to their Sony Micro-OLED display (up to 147 virtual inches, 120 Hz, 5000 nits) and the XREAL X1 chip ensure a smooth and high-performance experience.
Enhanced immersion through environmental capture.
This new AR glasses model features a camera that captures the real environment.. Cette innovation permet d’ anchor virtual windows. in space, thus enhancing the user experience. Moreover, the field of view increases to 57°. (compared to 46° previously). This allows for ultra-wide displays that could be very useful for making immersion in large workspaces even more realistic.
Comfort and ergonomics: an optimized experience.
Despite the challenges inherent in this type of device, the illusion works better than ever thanks to the resolution, brightness, low latency, and wide field of view of the One Pro glasses. No eye strain, as is often the case, and you forget the time spent with the glasses on your nose.
Its compact design, coupled with calibrated sound and ultra-low latency (3 ms), makes them ideal for mobile work, gaming, and entertainment.
A more thorough test will, of course, be required before making a final judgment, but for now, one can only be impressed.
Price and availability
The Xreal One will be back in stock soon, while the One Pro is expected to start shipping in March 2025. Priced at €549, they position themselves as a high-end solution in the field of augmented reality.
